CPSC recall 02-136, announced April 10, 2002, covers Fisher-Price Smart Response Swings (about 42,000 units). It is possible to misassemble the seats of these swings, so that they appear secure, but are not. The notice cites 7 incident reports. Consumers should stop using swings immediately and call Fisher-Price for help in inspecting the seat, to make sure the seat is properly attached. Recall contact: call (800) 942-5912, or go to www.service.mattel.com.
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Which products are included?
The Smart Response Swing is an indoor infant swing for use from birth until baby can sit up unassisted. The swing operates in response to a sound sensor and plays music. The metal legs of the swing are either blue or beige, and the seat is either beige or white. The Fisher-Price logo appears on the seat's tray. Product numbers 79644, 79645 or 79647 are molded onto the back of the seat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
It is possible to misassemble the seats of these swings, so that they appear secure, but are not. If the seat of the swing is not properly attached, the seat and baby can flip forward.
Incidents and injuries
Fisher-Price has received seven reports of the seats of the swings flipping forward, including four reports of babies hitting their heads on the floor. Though bumps and red marks were reported, there have been no serious injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using swings immediately and call Fisher-Price for help in inspecting the seat, to make sure the seat is properly attached. If the seat is not properly attached, a free replacement seat and revised instructions will be provided.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Fisher-Price
- Recall number
- 02-136
- Units
- About 42,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department and juvenile product stores nationwide sold these swings, from December 2001 through March 2002, for about $70.
- Importer
- Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.
Smart Response Swings
CPSC product type: Swings (Baby/Cradle)
Recall contact information
For more information, call Fisher-Price at (800) 942-5912 anytime, or visit the firm's website at http://www.service.mattel.com
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